Veteran DC Officer Dies After Gun Discharges During Retrieval

Wayne David, a 25-year veteran of the force, was fatally shot while recovering a firearm discarded by a suspect.

The incident occurred after a suspect threw a gun into a storm drain during a police chase.
David, known for his dedication to removing illegal firearms, was attempting to retrieve the weapon.
The firearm discharged, striking David in the upper body, leading to his death at a hospital.
Authorities are still searching for the suspect who fled on a motorcycle.
David is remembered as a committed officer and mentor, leaving behind two children.